Pete Adams

From Louisville Punk/Hardcore History

Pete was involved with Brat Magazine from 1997-1998. He wrote an article on the riots in Memphis following a Klan protest in Memphis, January 1998, and an article on racism in his neighborhood. Pete was involved in the first meetings for a youth center which later became The Brycc House and eventually became what is now called The Brick House in Old Louisville.

Before joining Brat Magazine Pete was involved with CAYA (Clifton Area Youth Association), helped put on shows, and made show fliers. He also helped HNYB (Highland Neighborhood Youth Board) put on shows. Pete was an active member in ARA and the Anti-Curfew rallies.

In the fall 1998 Pete went on to Eastern Kentucky University to pursue a degree in Broadcasting. He then came back in 2000 to be involved in WXBH as a staff DJ. Pete eventually finished college at Vincennes University (Vincennes,Indiana) with a degree in Music and Audio Recording, in spring of 2004. After moving back to Louisville Pete was involved with WXBHPete also has play in a few no so well known bands(bass)Folk/Rock duo called Man With Wings with college friend Ansyn Strickland. Man With Wings have played at open mic night at Molly Malone’s and other bars and coffee around Louisville.

In 2006 Pete moved to Evansville, to continue playing music with Ansyn. Pete now plays bass in a band "Twist of Fate" When he is not busy playing in area bars with his band, Pete spends time on his other music and video projects. Pete also works at WNIN-TV. Pete's day job includes directing(TV) live local government meetings, operating master control, and other various production work that may be needed around the station. He also designs and maintains web pages for a few local business. peteadamscreative.com

Bands:

  • Twist of Fate(Evansville)
  • Man With Wings (Evansville)
  • PBA Project (Vincennes)